Tacoma, Washington vs. Iowa City, Iowa

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Iowa City, Iowa is 26.1% cheaper than Tacoma, Washington.

You would need a salary of $77,593 in Iowa City, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Tacoma, Washington.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Iowa City, Iowa is cheaper than Tacoma, Washington
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% cheaper in Iowa City
than in Tacoma, Washington
Tacoma, WA vs. Iowa City, IA
Compared to Tacoma, Iowa City is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  26.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  1.5% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  38.5% higher
  Commute
  42.6% lower
  Health
  17.8% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.8% lower